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flixweed

Pronunciation: /ˈflɪkswiːd/
Definition of flixweed

noun

[mass noun]
  • a Eurasian plant with small yellow flowers and finely divided leaves, which was formerly thought to cure dysentery.
    • Descurainia sophia, family Cruciferae

Origin:

late 16th century: from obsolete flix (variant of flux) + weed

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